Application Review
Read an application and judge it against the same bar as every other, ending in a clear recommendation.
When to use
- Applications are open and need a first-pass filter.
- A borderline application needs a consistent second read.
Steps
- Extract the team, the problem, and the traction claimed.
- Assess the founders — insight, drive, and ability to build.
- Judge the market and whether the timing is right.
- Check traction quality, not just the headline number.
- Recommend admit, hold, or pass against the [[Admission bar]].
Output
A per-application scorecard with an admit / hold / pass call and the reasoning. The operator makes the final admission decision.